As runners, we know very well indeed that we need to take extra-special care of our knees. We need to ensure ourselves we don’t run into chronic pain or overuse injuries that may put us on the sides from training for a while, as we all know that is a runner’s absolute worst nightmare. Even … Read more
At Marathon Handbook we prioritize transparency. All opinions are our own and are never influenced by brands. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Read our full Affiliate Transparency Statement Are copper knee braces worth the extra buck? Knee pain is a common complaint from runners. Whether it’s … Read more
At Marathon Handbook we prioritize transparency. All opinions are our own and are never influenced by brands. If you buy through links on this page, we may earn a small commission. Read our full Affiliate Transparency Statement If you look around at the sea of legs at the start of any race, you’re nearly guaranteed … Read more
If you’re after some extra support for your knee when running, it’s worth bearing in mind that there are several types of knee brace out there. Some aim to offer mild support and compression, perhaps as a preventative measure for those prone to runner’s kneewhile others will have more structure for those who are rehabilitating … Read more
Crack. Pop. UGH. The sounds that haunt you as you drag yourself off the floor from foam rolling. What the heck is going on with your knees?! Good news, all those noises are normal, but any pain is not. As runners we often hear that pounding the pavement is bad for our knees, which is … Read more